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Children's National Hospital; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 78,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Children's National Hospital is seeking Respiratory Care Practitioners (Levels I, II, III) to provide critical care in pediatric settings. Candidates should possess relevant certifications and experience in acute and critical care environments. We offer competitive salaries with a sign-on bonus up to $30,000.

Qualifications

• 5 years work experience, including 2 years in pediatric/neonatal critical care.
• Competency in acute care, ER, and ICU procedures.
• Ability to work independently and serve as a preceptor.

Responsibilities

• Administer respiratory care to patients of all ages.
• Serve as a clinical resource and preceptor in critical care units.
• Perform advanced ventilator management.

Skills

Acute Care Procedures

Mechanical Ventilator Skills

CPR

Invasive Monitoring

Noninvasive Monitoring

Effective Communication

Stress Management

Compassion

Mathematical Skills

Physical Ability

Education

Registered Respiratory Therapist

RCP License from DC DOH

BLS Certification

PALS Certification

Job description

Respiratory Care Practitioner (Level 1, 2, 3, & New Grads) Up to $30K Sign-On Bonus

Pay: Competitive

Location: Washington/District Of Columbia

Employment type: Full-Time

Job Description

• Req#: 21000073

RCP Level I:

Under general direction of the department manager, the Respiratory Care Practitioner is responsible for administering all levels of Respiratory Care to treat patients with cardiopulmonary dysfunction and/or disabilities. RCP Levels I-III function at levels customary for Acute Care and ER. The RCP-I maintains skills to provide safe, effective care to patients of all ages, including neonates, infants, children, adolescents, and adults.

RCP Level III:

The RCP-III, under the same general direction, performs at an advanced level in Acute Care, ER, and two Critical Care units (PICU, NICU, CICU), serving as a clinical resource and preceptor. Maintains skills to provide safe, effective care across all ages.

Minimum Work Experience: 5 years, including 2 years in pediatric/neonatal critical care.

Required Skills/Knowledge: Competency in acute care, ER, and ICU procedures; advanced mechanical ventilator skills; ability to perform CPR, invasive and noninvasive monitoring; ability to work independently and serve as a preceptor; adherence to policies; effective communication; stress management; compassion; mathematical skills; ongoing education; physical ability to perform treatments and lift up to 50 lbs; basic computer skills.

Required Licenses and Certifications: Registered Respiratory Therapist, RCP License from DC DOH, BLS, PALS.

RCP Level II:

Minimum 3 years of experience, including 1 year in critical care. Skills include competency in general procedures, intermediate ventilator management, and independent work in various care areas. Must serve as a preceptor. Same licensing requirements as above.

RCP Level III:

Minimum 5 years of experience, including 2 years in pediatric/neonatal critical care. Skills include advanced ventilator management and independent work. Must serve as a preceptor. Same licensing requirements as above.

Salary Ranges:

• RCP Level I: $78,062 - $154,856
• RCP Level II: $84,468 - $167,523
• RCP Level III: $87,838 - $174,200

About the Company

Children's National Hospital, a 323-bed pediatric acute care hospital in Washington DC.

Notice

Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations provided. Completion of Form I-9 required. Bias audit info available.